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Lafayette Holds Off Navy 76-73

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EASTON, Pa. (AP) — Tony Johnson nailed a tie-breaking 3-pointer and made two free throws in the final minute to help Lafayette hold off Navy 76-73 in Patriot League play on Saturday.

With the score tied at 66, Johnson hit a 3 with 55 seconds left to play to put the Leopards (7-11, 2-1) in front 69-66. O.J. Avworo answered with a layup to pull the Midshipmen (5-14, 0-3) within one with 32 seconds left.

Johnson was fouled on the ensuing inbounds and connected on both free-throw attempts to put Lafayette back in front by three, 71-68, with 29 seconds remaining.

The Leopards went 5 for 6 from the free-throw line the rest of the way to seal the victory.